19 Fitness Trainers to Follow on Instagram in 2018

Even if you had the best intentions for your fitness New Year's resolution or workout goals, let's face it: Sometimes life gets in the way, and staying on track to reach a big, long-term goal is easier said than done. And hey, that's totally OK—goals can and should be re-evaluated as you figure out what's sustainable for your life.

But if you are looking for a little extra mojo to help you stick with your fitness routine, filling your Instagram feed with knowledgable trainers can give you an endless supply of workout ideas and motivation. We're talking fitness pros who post really useful stuff, like example workouts and form notes, plus motivational quotes and captions that will get you excited to get moving.

Whether you're stumped on what to do in the gym or you could just use a little pat on the back, these 19 fitness trainers (listed in no particular order) on Instagram deliver. Check 'em out and follow them now to fill your feed with endless fitness advice and inspiration.

Following Jenkins puts star-worthy fitness advice straight into your feed—she's worked with celebs including Pink, Alicia Keys, Tia Mowry, and Camila Alves. And she posts plenty of specific workout ideas that anyone can try (often with no equipment required), along with motivating and relatable gym quotes.

Harrison has a Ph.D. in public health, so she's a great source for all-around lifestyle inspiration. She's an avid runner and yogi, but she also posts videos that break down strength training moves, so that anyone can incorporate them into their routines.

As head instructor and vice president of fitness programming at Peloton, Arzon knows a thing or two about the fitness hustle. While her impressive abs are often on display, so is her big smile—a reminder that, yes, fitness can (and should!) definitely be fun.

Copeland, a Nike Master Trainer, posts a ton of dance videos that'll inspire you to crank up your favorite song and move to the beat. There's also a nice sprinkling of yoga and running thrown into the mix.

Minno's Daily Burn workout posts will make you want to get up and move. She's also a registered dietitian, so her fueling meal idea posts are equally helpful (not to mention, they look as delicious as they are healthy).

Celebrity trainer Stokes doesn't just post workout ideas—she's also an excellent educator. In her "Stoked Move of the Day" posts, she demos a move and then explains what each exercise actually does for your body, as well as what correct form looks like.

On her Instagram (and in her SELF column Big Fit Girl) Green shares tips about conquering the gym at any size, and is constantly working to break down stereotypes of plus-size women in fitness. Her page is full of motivating quotes about reaching your goals and being proud of what your body can do.

Sims' easy-to-follow workouts, often done with kettlebells, will give you some great ideas on days you just want to try something new. Plus, she's really honest and relatable in her captions—which is something we could all use more of on Instagram.

With plenty of dreamy hues and nature photos, Uhling has an aesthetically gorgeous feed to scroll through. In individual posts, she subtly encourages followers to embrace wellness from the inside out with tips on active living.

The Target C9 ambassador's posts a lot of exercise demos—complete with rep and set counts and suggested modifications—set to music you'll probably want to add to your Spotify workout playlist. Bonus: She often posts photos of her adorable daughter, Indira.

Whether she's in the gym or in her NYC apartment, Vesco's constantly posting workouts—which feature a variety of different equipment—for her followers to try. Though it's totally unrelated to fitness, the videos she posts of herself singing are a nice little bonus.

From deadlifts to sled pushes, Summers is known for sharing impressive strength workouts that inspire followers to challenge themselves (and be proud of themselves, too). She also shares motivational quotes and captions that just beg to be screenshot for later reference.

If you're ever stumped for what to do at the gym, head over to Velazquez's account. You won't have to look for very long—she mainly posts workouts with specific instructions, including the recommended reps and sets.

Branker looks like she's always on the move, thanks to endless sweaty fitness photos (and the occasional dance video, too). If you're not into reading super long captions, she's a great trainer to follow—her motivational style is swift, short, and still effective.

The former pole vaulter and now-exercise physiologist looks like she lives in a beach-y dream, thanks to the stunning backdrops in her yoga snapshots. But even if you can't work out in the same place, you can listen to the same workout jams—her music suggestions will inspire you to move wherever you are.

Pole dancing is an incredible workout, and Roz the Diva makes it look easy (it's not, trust). With posts titled "HOW TO: HATE YOUR LIFE but LOVE YOUR CORE," and instructions like, "You'll know you're in proper alignment if the balls don't fall and bust you upside the head," you can expect a lot of no-BS fitness advice on her page.

Davis often gives her followers the heads up about her upcoming Facebook Live workouts, so you can sweat along with her. Her captions are also loaded with awesome fitness and lifestyle advice to power you through your days, even when you're not working out.